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Respite Caregiver – Flexible Part-Time Support for Individuals with Disabilities (Tierasanta)Location: San Diego & Imperial Counties Pay: $17.75/hour Schedule: Part-Time | FlexibleWhat is Respite Care?If you've never heard the term "respite care" before, that's okay! Respite care provides support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities while giving their regular caregivers or family members a break. As a Respite Caregiver, you'll spend one-on-one time with clients in their home or out in the community, helping them stay safe, active, and engaged. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys helping others and wants flexible, meaningful part-time work.What You'll DoNo two days will look exactly the same. Depending on the individual you're supporting, you may:Provide companionship, care, and supervisionGo to the park, zoo, or other community activitiesHelp with homework, crafts, games, or other activitiesTeach everyday life skills such as cooking and laundryAssist with personal care and daily living needsAttend appointments such as physical, occupational, or speech therapySupport communication and help manage challenging behaviorsHelp individuals become more independent while having fun and staying safeWho We're Looking ForYou may be a great fit if you are patient, dependable, caring, and comfortable working independently.Qualifications:Must be at least 18 years oldAt least 6 months of caregiving experience in a paid, volunteer, or personal setting. Caring for a family member counts!Must be able to pass a DOJ background checkReliable transportationAbility to use a smartphone or internet-enabled device for timekeeping and documentationCPR/First Aid certification or willingness to become certified. Training is available for new hires.Dependable, compassionate, and comfortable supporting individuals with different needsWhy Consider Respite Care?This position can be a great fit for students, caregivers, parents, retirees, or anyone looking for flexible part-time work that makes a difference. You'll gain hands-on experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities while building valuable skills for careers in social services, behavioral health, education, healthcare, and related fields.About Home of Guiding HandsHome of Guiding Hands supports children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout San Diego and Imperial Counties. Our mission is simple: to improve the lives of those we serve. If you're looking for flexible work where your time and attention can make a real difference for an individual and their family, we'd love to hear from you.QualificationsExperienceMinimum of six (6) months of experience providing care in a personal, volunteer, or paid capacity, including family caregiving. (Family-specific requests for applicants with less than six months of experience may be approved on a case-by-case basis.)Licenses & CertificationsPreferred: Drivers LicenseEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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el cajon, CA, 92020, US
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